A HEYROD bus shelter could become a community hub as residents are being asked over whether to take over its upkeep.
The structure on Wakefield Road has recently been renovated by Transport for Greater Manchester’s (TfGM) shelters team, which has reinstated its glazing and painted its interior.
Now a survey is being held on what should happen to it and whether it should be taken on as an asset of community value (ACV).
That could see it become the home of public art, plants and flowers, or information about what is available in the vicinity or nearby activities.
People had until the end of October to state their views on what should be done with the shelter.
And the main question on an online survey was: “Would you like to see the bus stop brought back into use as an Asset of Community Value (ACV)?”
Once the results are collated, plans will be made regarding what any project will entail.
A spokesman for the scheme, dubbed the Incredible Bus Stop Project, said: “TfGM have invited the local residents to have a think about any additional features or functions that could be included to preserve the shelter as an asset of community value.
“While talk of ‘assets’ may seem a bit complicated, it is how the shelters team would manage any project here.
“So it’s important to include as many local voices as possible to help make decisions and deliver the best value from the resources available.
“One outcome is that most people prefer it to stay fixed but undecorated, another could be a mix of art and planting and/or info on local history and activities.
“We have yet to make a plan so now is the time to have your say.”